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Connecticut Main Street Center Presents:
Spotlight on Main: Thomaston
Momentum is building in Thomaston!
The town is holding a series of summer events to celebrate their 150th anniversary, they recently worked with NVCOG to update their Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD), they completed their 3rd annual CMSC Main Street Management Assessment, AND they implemented their Main Street Accelerator project resulting from their 2024 Cohort team work.
Our next Spotlight on Main will include networking time, presentations from local officials and a guided walking tour. The event kicks off with networking at Clocktown Brewery, located in a section of the former Seth Thomas Clock Factory.
Thomaston Economic Development Commission will lead a presentation that provides insights on volunteer engagement, discuss what’s driving the positive change in downtown and some of the challenges they are up against.
Thomaston Economic Development Commission will lead a presentation that provides insights on volunteer engagement, discuss what’s driving the positive change in downtown and some of the challenges they are up against.
Event Schedule
This event is rain or shine.
- 3:00 Networking & Check-In
- 3:30 Presentation from Thomaston EDC
- 4:00 Walking Tour of Downtown
- 5:00 Networking Reception
During our walking tour, we’ll see the branded elements that are helping to shape Thomaston’s unique sense of place. We’ll visit the Railroad Museum of New England and hear how partnering with regional businesses activated an underutilized rail line and created a destination. We’ll walk the future site of the Greenway connecting Watertown and Torrington and hear how the revitalized green space has brought together the community.
As always, our Spotlight is focused on highlighting best practices in downtown management. Join us on September 4th to hear how a dedicated EDC has leveraged CMSC resources to bring vibrancy to their downtown!
Space is limited. Register here: CMSC EVENT REGISTRATION
Space is limited. Register here: CMSC EVENT REGISTRATION
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Spotlight on Main: Thomaston
Economic Development Commission
You can use the links below to open the Elm Street presentation and the two alternative plans that were presented at the recent informational meeting back on August 14th.
2025-08-14_Thomaston_Elm_Street_Public_Information_Meeting_Presentation.pdf
Elm_Street_-_Alternative_1.pdf
Elm_Street_-_Alternative_2.pdf
2025-08-14_Thomaston_Elm_Street_Public_Information_Meeting_Presentation.pdf
Elm_Street_-_Alternative_1.pdf
Elm_Street_-_Alternative_2.pdf
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Elm Street Presentation Material Available
Selectmen's Office
The Town of Thomaston is conducting a statistical revaluation for the 2025 Grand List. Tyler Technologies will be reviewing building permits and driving around town looking at properties. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Assessor’s office at (860) 283-0305.
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2025 Revaluation
Assessor
The Final Draft of the Thomaston 2025-2035 Plan of Conservation and Development is now available.
A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:00 pm, location TBD.
A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:00 pm, location TBD.
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POCD 2025-2035 Final Draft
POCD Steering Committee
Upcoming Meeting & Events
Economic Development
Take a Video Tour of Thomaston
Don't miss our captivating video tour of Thomaston. Immerse yourself in the beauty and essence of our town, showcasing its picturesque landscapes and vibrant community spirit.